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2012 Designer Collaborations - Gaultier, Vuitton, Marni

This year was a hit with many of our favorite designers collaborating with some of the well known retailers. Our previous designer collab posting focused on the collabs from the fall. T his is a non in depth review of the year's designer collaborations which have actually been available in 2012.

Neiman Marcus for Target
This collaboration by a multitude of designers (Rag and Bone, Diane Von Furstenberg, Jason Wu, etc) features way more than clothing.

Jean Paul Gaultier & La Perla
This was Gaultier's first swim suit collection for La Perla. The bondage inspired pieces were available from both La Perla and Gaultier.

Marni & HM

OMG in March of this year when the designer's collection hit stores it was mayhem.. The pieces were wiped out so fast, fashionistas were left wondering if this was just a bad dream. So now, this is what it takes the next time a Marni collab rolls around: sleep on the sidewalk infront of the store and be one of the first 10 in line.

Chris Benz & Anthropologie

In the spring the Chris Benz collection for Anthropologie featured a bit of feminine flair. The lower (not low) prices meant that fans of the designer had the opportunity to partake in this "Made in Kind" series.

Mary Katrantzou & Top Shop
In February of this year Katrantzou's collection hit Topshop's racks. This collaboration is three years strong.

Yayoi Kasuma & Louis Vuitton
This limited collective which arrived at Louis Vuitton stores in July included dotted leather accessories, shoes and jewellery.